ReefMat 500 setup in Reefer XL 200 G2

[Gotfrogs]

I am in the process of setting up a new Reefer XL200 G2 with a ReefMat 500. Do you think I should trim the corrugated hose to make the run from the drain to the mat as short as possible or just keep the stock length?

This is what it looks like without trimming.

 

[blaxsun]

Myself, I would probably trim it and slide the ReefMat 500 as far over to the right as you can.

 

[nkyreef]

I agree 100% with @blaxsun. Cut mine to fit and slid it all the way over to maximize space in my Red Sea.

 

[Gotfrogs]

Too late. The bend radius on the hose is not that great and I don't plan on adding a skimmer so I did not feel like it helped anything so I went ahead and glued it in place with the full hose length.

I am slowly getting everything installed and organized before adding water. I need to get my float switches installed next.